Celebrating, Relaxing, Exploring Josh Wines Creator Joe Carr

Celebrating, Relaxing, Exploring Josh Wines Creator Joe Carr

From Foodie's Paradise With Arroe Collins by Arroe Collins

January 10, 2026 · 10 min

About this episode

Joe Carr discusses emerging trends in at-home entertaining and shares his journey in the wine industry.

The new year brings fresh ideas for how people connect, gather, and entertain at home. Joseph Carr, Founder of Josh Cellars, shares emerging 2026 at-home entertaining trends highlighting thoughtful planning, crowd-pleasing touches and elevated non-alcoholic options that are shaping modern gatherings.From a renewed interest in American-made brands – celebrating the country’s 250th anniversary- to innovative beverage offerings, Joe will share his expertise, industry insight and turn-key hosting tips for the year ahead. Joe Carr began his career in the restaurant industry, rising from busboy to sommelier. In 2005, he launched Josh Cellars as a tribute to his father, selling the first cases from the back of his truck. The brand quickly gained acclaim, earning Carr Wine Spectator’s Vintner to Watch in 2009 and growing into America’s #1 premium wine, with over seven million cases sold globally and recognition as Wine Enthusiast’s 2021 American Winery of the Year. Carr is also an active philanthropist, supporting causes important to his father, including military and veteran organizations, out-of-work restaurant workers, and healthcare providers.

People in this episode

Guest: Joe Carr

Topics covered

  • entertaining
  • wine
  • American-made brands
  • philanthropy

Keywords

  • Josh Cellars
  • non-alcoholic options
  • 2026 trends
  • hosting tips

Mentioned in this episode

Products: Josh Cellars

Places: America

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